Hey friends, Grace here. We all want a little sweetness in life, but could your choice of sweetener come with a side effect you never bargained for? Today, I’m tackling a controversial topic – the potential link between artificial sweeteners like aspartame and depression. Let’s break down the science and what this might mean for … Read more
As the popularity of vegetarian and vegan diet choices continues to surge, it’s important to address a potential nutrient deficiency that can impact brain health – vitamin B12. While plant-based diets offer numerous health benefits, maintaining adequate vitamin B12 levels can prove challenging without supplementation or careful planning. In this article, we will delve into … Read more
Hey everyone, Grace here! Today I want to talk about a dietary approach that’s been getting a lot of attention in brain health circles – the Paleo diet. If you’re unfamiliar, the idea behind Paleo is to eat more like our hunter-gatherer ancestors, focusing on whole, unprocessed foods. While not without controversy, I believe there’s … Read more
Good morning, friends! It’s Grace, and let’s face it – mornings can be a blur. Between hitting snooze too many times and the general rush to get everything done, breakfast sometimes gets shoved into the background. Or worse, we grab a sugary pastry and run out the door, setting ourselves up for that mid-morning energy … Read more
Hi, my name is Grace and I’m new here. This is my first post for Brain Sharpeners… but I hope to write many more. I love being part of this team! Today, I want to dive into a topic that’s been causing quite a buzz lately – intermittent fasting. We’ve all heard about its potential … Read more
Just like any other organ in our body, the brain requires proper nourishment to function at its best. Most experts talk about various foods they believe beneficial to brain health. Let’s take a look at the other side of the coin… representing the nutrients the brain actually needs in order to perform at an optimal … Read more